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  • Does High Lipoprotein(a) Increase Mortality Risk?

    ByMike Nash

    Table of Contents What Is Lipoprotein(a) and Why Does It Matter? Does High Lipoprotein(a) Increase Mortality Risk? How Lp(a) Drives Cardiovascular Risk Managing Risk When Lp(a) Is Elevated References and Resources Frequently Asked Questions Conclusion Does High Lipoprotein(a) Increase Mortality Risk? TL;DR: Yes — elevated Lipoprotein(a) is associated with significantly higher risk of cardiovascular events…

  • What Is Lipoprotein(a)?

    ByMike Nash

    Table of Contents What Is Lipoprotein(a)? Is Lipoprotein(a) a Risk Factor for Heart Disease? How Is Lipoprotein(a) Measured? Is Lipoprotein(a) Genetic or Modifiable? Managing High Lipoprotein(a) References and Resources Frequently Asked Questions TL;DR: Lipoprotein(a) — written as Lp(a) — is a genetically determined particle that raises cardiovascular risk independently of LDL cholesterol. Because lifestyle changes…